Recommended Resources & Services

Spills, drips and dribbles are inevitable…and always on your favorite tie! Thankfully, there is Tiecrafters to bring your ties back in the game. They also repair ties and scarves that unravel over time. They even shorten, lengthen, narrow and widen to keep in style. Tiecrafters are the experts and they service clients all around the world!

Tiecrafters
252 West 29th Street
New York, NY 10001
(212) 629-5800

We searched long and hard and finally she appeared! The woman we have waited for to mend our souls…and cashmeres, etc. Holes, tears, splitting seams, snags and all are splendidly repaired by the artistic weave masters at Alter Knit. They can even alter, shorten, slim, restyle and repurpose woolens and are woven to your request. We will wash and send it to Alter Knit – so fantastic it has been deemed the “sweater rehab.”

Alter Knit New York
245 W 29th Street, Suite 800
New York, NY 10001
(212) 473-6363

Holes, rips and tears – they will fix it. They can spare the perfect pair. Denim Therapy also dyes, fixes zippers and can do the trickiest of tricks on hems and more. They service clients all around the world too!

Denim Therapy
555 8th Avenue, Suite 901
New York, NY 10018
(347) 935-0089

For fur alterations & repair, Gwen and Lindsey recommend Tom Moriber Designs, or check out his Fur Repair Kits for a DIY approach to recycling fur.

Tom Moriber Designs
345 7th Ave, 19th Floor
New York, NY 10001
Tel: (212) 244-2180
Fax: (212) 244-2692

Gwen and Lindsey used to use Ignacio’s when they worked at Ralph Lauren and Chanel. Ignacio’s can alter, resize, and repair textiles from H&M to couture and is known and trusted throughout the industry.

Ignacio’s
119 E. 60th Street, Suite 2
New York, New York 10022
(212) 758-2747

Jim’s shoe repair has been keeping our shoes shined, heels high-tapped and pristine, and boots in tack over the years. Jim’s is a 75 year old New York institution. Jim’s repairs shoes, belts and small leather goods. They spiff up and repair for customers all over the world.

Jim’s Shoe Repair
50 East 59th Street
New York, NY 10022
(212) 355-8259

Lexington Luggage
Remember when luggage used to come with a lifetime guarantee? They repair on their premises within 3 days – all brands, sizes and shapes. From luggage and duffle bags to golf bags and briefcases, we recommend Lexington Luggage for all your luggage needs. They repair bags from all over the world too.

Lexington Luggage
793 Lexington Avenue
New York, NY 10065
(800) 822-0404

Leather Spa
Leather Spa is the designated establishment for customization and repair for notable luxury brands. From shoes to clothes – they can repair, clean and re-dye. They are the people to call and are serving clients worldwide.

Leather Spa
10 West 55th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 262-4823

Gwen used this company when she worked at Ralph Lauren. They do the impossible – dying fabric and all sorts of tricks of the trade. Give them a call for any specialty costumes, props, decor, design & fabrication for the entertainment industry.

Izquierdo Studios
118 West 22nd Street, 9th Floor
New York, NY 10011
(212) 807-9757

Gwen and Lindsey had to buy supplies from this company in college for fabric dyeing and painting. They have everything. If it can be dyed, painted, or decorated, Dharma has it. They are very informative and helpful too.

Dharma Trading Co.
1604 Fourth St.
San Rafael, CA 94901
(800) 542-5227

Everything is just better when monogrammed – whether for you or for the perfect gift, our friend Alyssa is the one to do it. Bring or send her your own or shop her store of perfectly curated embroiderable items. All embroidery is done on premises within a week, with over 60 thread colors and more than 25 monograms styles.

Monograms Off Madison
29 East 93rd Street
New York, NY
(212) 360-1166

J. Scheer & Co.
J. Scheer & Co. is the crème de la crème of service…and price. Specializing in the conservation, cleaning and preservation of fine textiles, they’re always reliable.

J. Scheer & Co.
6 East 74th Street
New York, NY 10021
(800) 448-7291

Originally designed for small and overstuffed closets, Garde Robe’s core service is climate-controlled storage and maintenance for your off-season and/or infrequently worn clothing, shoes, evening wear, furs and accessories. Garde Robe’s seasonal service allows you to switch your closet without lifting a finger. They have expanded perhaps to your city!

Garde Robe
PO Box 746
New York, NY 10159
(888) 427-3311

Let someone else carry your luggage to your destination…and even better, let them carry your extra bag you filled shopping while away back home too! Luggage Free is the best service to get anything to or from your destination – worldwide. Avoid the inconvenience, lines, fees, backaches and frustration – even skip customs lines too.

Luggage Free
153 West 27th Street, Suite 903
New York, NY 10001
(800) 361-6871

Recycle the textiles that you can’t donate! The average New Yorker tosses 46 pounds of clothing and textiles in the trash each year, totaling 6% of our residential waste. Clean out closets and empty drawers of clothing, linens, paired shoes, bags and more. Find a location near you or get your community involved!

GrowNYC
51 Chambers Street, Room 228
New York, New York 10007
(646) 515-4387

Looking to unload some designer items and make a few dollars – or go shopping for “the good” of lovely items. The Fashionaires is stocked with the finest selection of designer consignment and new merchandise. They feature luxury items and designer items from Chanel couture to ready-to-wear. All merchandise is guaranteed authentic.

The Fashionaires

We love finding happy homes for our items but even better it’s for a great cause. Dress for Success is an international nonprofit organization offering services designed to help our clients not only dress the part but more importantly find jobs and remain employed.

Dress for Success
32 East 31st Street, 7th Floor
New York, NY 10016
(212) 532-1922

Gwen and Lindsey love Aurora’s because they do repairs for costume pieces, re-string jewelry (even handmade jewelry) and fix clasps. Give them a call and send your beloved pieces to them for repairs. Best of all…speedy service! Aurora’s Beads and Jewelry Design

242 W. 28th St.
New York, NY 10016
(212) 779-1729

Blanc Plume are specialists in cleaning linen and bedding. They were recommended to us by our trusted friends at DeWoolfson Down. From large down to heirlooms and specialty work required by matelassé, they are the experts. They service linens and items around the world.

Blanc Plume
1534 Burlington Ave
Kansas, MO 64116
(816) 221-0902

There comes a time when even the most capable New Yorkers need help. It could be a large and complicated move, an inherited estate, a desire to reduce overall clutter, or just a big and busy family life. This is where Done & Done comes come in. They specialize in cleaning and organizing your closet and home and help implement systems to prevent reoccurring issues. They also specialize in helping realtors get apartments on the market and overseeing movers.

Done & Done Home
(917) 838-6467
[email protected]